Ready to discover what it really takes to run multiple businesses with your family? In this episode we share unfiltered stories about the true meaning of a "long day" in our family businesses, from sunrise starts and midnight finishes to juggling side hustles alongside our main operations. You'll hear how our routines evolved across generations and the key lessons we picked up along the way about prioritizing, letting go, and building something that lasts.

We also break down the process of handing off leadership and responsibility, exploring both the intentional strategies and the accidental moments that shaped our transition. From letting the next generation step up with a safety net, to sharing the importance of transparency, exposure, and knowing when to step back, you'll get actionable insights into developing your family’s next leaders. Whether you’re looking to prepare your business for the future, or simply curious about the dynamics of a family-run operation, this episode will give you plenty to think about as you build your own legacy.

Got a story to share or a question you'd like answered in a future episode? Email Brian at brian@mixingfamilyandbusiness.com.

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Ready to take a look behind the curtain at what it really takes to mix family and business? In this episode we talk about unforgettable coworkers, the challenges and rewards of running multiple businesses, and how we prepared the next generation for leadership. We discuss the early days, lessons learned from mentors who shaped us, and why giving your family exposure to the business, without forcing them to follow in your footsteps, matters so much for long-term success.

You’ll hear our stories about hands-on learning, the importance of industry events, bringing people into decision-making, and the role of allowing mistakes in true growth. If you’re thinking about succession planning, developing new leaders, or figuring out how to balance family dynamics with business needs, this episode offers practical advice you can apply right away. Tune in for actionable insights from my own experience and find out how to set up the next generation for both confidence and success.

Got a story to share or a question you'd like answered in a future episode? Email Brian at brian@mixingfamilyandbusiness.com.

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Ever wondered what it really takes to make big decisions in family business, sometimes with zero information at all? In this week’s episode, I sit down with Kim, Shirley, and Tom to unpack our most memorable leap-of-faith moments, from choosing the site of our highest-volume Dairy Queen practically on a whim, to starting careers and buying motorhomes with little more than gut feeling and determination. I’ll share how those snap decisions led to unexpected (and sometimes wild) successes, plus how my own approach to decision-making has evolved over decades of business ownership and leadership.

Got a story to share or a question you'd like answered in a future episode? Email Brian at brian@mixingfamilyandbusiness.com.

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